Course Code: REL-ACU-0-DFU
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2025
Learning Objectives:
Identify the pathophysiology behind the development of diabetic foot ulcers as well as risk factors and strategies for prevention.
Indicate elements of the physical examination that identify patients at risk for diabetic foot ulcers and important components of wound assessment.
Recall treatment strategies for diabetic foot ulcers and infection, important elements of wound care, and the role of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Development of Diabetic Foot Ulcers
From Blister to Amputation
Epidemiology
Pathophysiology
Section 2: Screening, Prevention, and Assessment
Prevention: Identifying Patients at Risk
Physical Exam and Screening
Assessing Current Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Section 3: Infection and Osteomyelitis
Diabetic Foot Infection: Clinical Practice Guidelines
Osteomyelitis in Diabetes
Antibiotic Therapy
Section 4: Wound Care and Treatment
Treatment Regimens
Wound Care
Interprofessional Approach
Section 5: Clinical Vignette
A Stubborn, Recurrent Ulcer
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
References
Instructor: Laura Bell, BSN, RN, CCRN
Laura Bell, BSN, RN, CCRN is a SME writer for Relias with over 16 years of acute care experience in nursing. She began working in adult critical care at WakeMed Cary Hospital in 2011, obtained her CCRN certification in 2016, and served in the role of Rapid Response/Code Blue/Rounding RN for over 2 years. She continues to work as a staff nurse in the intensive care unit. Laura has a passion for education and excellence in nursing care. She has been involved in numerous special projects and educational activities to improve staff development, evidence-based clinical practice, and patient satisfaction. She continues to strive for excellence in education and clinical development as an acute care course writer.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Diagnostic Technologists and Technicians; Medical Providers; Nursing Personnel; in the following settings: Hospitals: Acute.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.